Key stat: Detroit was 1-5 this season when they didn’t record a takeaway in a game. They were 3-3 when getting at least one, 2-0 when getting two and 3-0 when recording three or more. They were 2-6 in games they didn’t record an interception, 4-2 when getting at least one, 2-0 when recording two and 1-0 with three plus.
Free agents: Arthur Maulet (unrestricted), Robertson (unrestricted), Ya-Sin (unrestricted)
Robertson, 27, is open to re-signing with the Lions this offseason but will look and see what other opportunities might be out there for him. He’s been a team player in Detroit playing a lot out at outside cornerback. He’s a slot cornerback at heart and feels he’s at his best playing that role.
Ya-Sin turns 30 in May but is arguably playing the best football of his career. He was a terrific depth player for Detroit with the ability to step in start and make plays. A return in 2026 would make a lot of sense for both parties as he could have a chance to compete for playing time in a familiar system in Detroit in 2026.
If Holmes wants to bolster the position via free agency, this is a good year to do it with a nice class of experienced cornerbacks scheduled to hit the free agent market that could include Tariq Woolen (Seattle), Alontae Taylor (New Orleans), Jaylen Watson (Kansas City), Nahshon Wright (Chicago) and Jamel Dean (Tampa Bay).